Byron Bay’s world-renowned 10-day celebration of independent cinema opens next month for its 17th year, screening in Palace Cinemas Byron Bay and venues in Lennox Head, Ballina and Murwillumbah. The Byron Bay International Film Festival is a highlight in the cultural calendar for fans of contemporary cinema and … [Read more...] about Byron Bay Film Festival
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2023 Italian Film Festival – Brisbane
Palace are thrilled to announce the full lineup of the 2023 ST. ALi Italian Film Festival showcases an incredible selection of new Italian cinema celebrating the country’s language, stories and culture. Featuring an eclectic mix of contemporary Italian auteurs, documentaries, a retrospective focus on much-loved Italian cinema legend Massimo Troisi and more. The festival … [Read more...] about 2023 Italian Film Festival – Brisbane
While at War – Film review
While at War is an intriguing and layered look into modern Spanish political and military history. Set in Salamanca in 1936, it covers the first few months of the Spanish Civil War. Nationalist forces have taken to the streets of Salamanca, challenging the authority of the democratically elected Second Spanish Republic. The mayor is rounded up and restrictions placed on all … [Read more...] about While at War – Film review
Latigo – Film review
Australian premiere Co-founder of Australia’s legendary Wogs Out of Work stage show, Simon Palomares knows comedy. In Latigo, he turns his attention as a documentary filmmaker to the comedy scene in Cuba. Palomares uncovers a vibrant, energetic history that proves humour truly is an international language and the Cuban way of dealing with decades of hardship. These … [Read more...] about Latigo – Film review
Spanish Film Festival: Brisbane
The Moro Spanish Film Festival hosts a selection of 29 films covering a cinematic journey across Spain and Latin America. The Spanish Film Festival highlights: Rosa’s Wedding stars the superb Candela Peña (Truman SFF16, Kiki, Love to Love, SFF17) as a woman who decides to take charge of her life after always putting others first. It also stars Nathalie Poza, who won … [Read more...] about Spanish Film Festival: Brisbane